2027 INFINITI QX65 vs. 2026 INFINITI QX60: Two Five-Passenger SUVs From the Same Brand, Very Different Personalities

They share a badge, a powertrain family, and a dealer network. Beyond that, the 2027 INFINITI QX65 and the 2026 INFINITI QX60 are built around two different ideas of what a luxury SUV should feel like. One prioritizes a sportier silhouette and driver-focused character. The other is structured around maximum passenger space and practical family utility. Choosing between them is not about which is better — it is about which one matches the way you actually use a vehicle.

This comparison uses confirmed press specifications for both models. The QX60 is available now at Spinelli INFINITI in Pointe-Claire. The QX65 is set to arrive at retailers early summer 2026, and early interest enquiries are open now.

At a glance: QX65 vs. QX60 key specifications

Design and body style: where the personalities diverge most

The QX65 arrives with a fastback roofline — a dramatic arching profile that tapers toward a crisp rear spoiler. It is a two-row vehicle with wide, low-profile tyres and a wide track that gives it a grounded, athletic stance. The design draws from INFINITI's FX heritage and positions the QX65 as the sportier option in the lineup.

The QX60 takes a different visual approach. Its proportions are shaped by the need to accommodate a third row, which means a taller, more upright cabin and a roofline that prioritizes headroom over drama. The 2026 QX60 received a redesign that introduced a sharper front fascia and a SPORT grade with gloss black exterior elements, but its overall character is structured around practicality.

If the driver matters most in your household, the QX65 is designed with that in mind. If the vehicle needs to serve a full group of passengers on a regular basis, the QX60's three rows change the equation.

Powertrain: same engine, different tune

Both the QX65 and QX60 use the same VC-Turbo 2.0 L 4-cylinder engine producing 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque, paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission with Intelligent AWD. Towing capacity is identical: 2,722 kg (6,000 lbs) when properly equipped on both.

The distinction is in calibration. INFINITI tuned the QX65's 9-speed with a sportier, more aggressive shift schedule — quicker downshifts and a more direct off-the-line response. The QX60's tune prioritizes smooth, composed shifts suited to a vehicle carrying a full cabin of passengers.

Same mechanical foundation, different character.

Cargo and interior space: a real trade-off

This is where the choice becomes most concrete for buyers in Pointe-Claire.

The QX65 has 1,014 L of cargo space behind the second row, expanding to 1,917 L with the seats folded. Those are strong numbers for a two-row SUV of its size. The sliding and reclining second row lets occupants balance legroom against cargo depending on the trip.

The QX60's cargo picture is more complex because it involves three rows. Behind the third row, there are 411 L of usable space — workable, but modest. Fold the third row down and that expands to 1,178 L. With both rear rows folded, the QX60 opens up to 2,135 L of total cargo volume, which is meaningfully more than the QX65's maximum.

For everyday use with seven passengers aboard, the QX65 is not the right tool — it seats five. For everyday use where the rear space gets used frequently for sports equipment, weekend gear, or pet transport, the QX65 holds its own and then some.

• QX65: 1,014 L behind row 2 / 1,917 L maximum
• QX60: 411 L behind row 3 / 2,135 L maximum (all rows folded)

Audio and technology: more similarities than differences

Both models carry INFINITI's dual 12.3-inch display setup with Google Built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Qi2 wireless charging. Both offer the Klipsch Reference Premiere 20-speaker audio system with Individual Audio on their top-tier AUTOGRAPH grades. The QX60 also makes Individual Audio available on SENSORY grade.

ProPILOT Assist — standard lane-centring and adaptive cruise — is standard on all grades of both vehicles. ProPILOT Assist 2.1, which allows hands-free freeway driving in compatible conditions, is standard on QX60 AUTOGRAPH and available as an option on QX65 AUTOGRAPH (via the Technology Package).

The technology story between these two models is far more aligned than the design story. The differentiator is form factor, not feature set.

Which one is right for you?

Choose the QX65 if: you want a sportier, driver-focused SUV with a distinct fastback silhouette and you carry five passengers or fewer on most trips. The QX65 is built for drivers who want their vehicle to feel engaged, not simply capable.

Choose the QX60 if: a third row is a regular requirement — school runs, carpooling, road trips with extended family — and you need a vehicle that can flex between six or seven-passenger duty and high-volume cargo use. The QX60 does the family-hauler role without compromise.

Both vehicles are strong choices. The question is honestly about lifestyle, not badge.

Find your INFINITI at Spinelli INFINITI in Pointe-Claire

The 2026 INFINITI QX60 is available for a test drive at Spinelli INFINITI right now. The 2027 QX65 is arriving early summer 2026 — if you want to get ahead of the lineup, contact the sales team in Pointe-Claire to register your interest today. Driving both back-to-back is the fastest way to know which personality fits your life.